Digital Content Producer: Fast-Paced News & Social

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Rhode Island is seeking a Digital Content Producer for WJAR to craft engaging web content and social posts. You will work closely with the Digital Executive Producer and newsroom leadership to enhance the station's digital presence.

The role requires strong news judgment, AP style writing, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including weekends and holidays. Experience with non-linear editing and newsroom systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Must have pulse on the 24/7 news environment
• Proficient with YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok
• Creative in cross-promotions between on-air and online
• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Must be proficient in AP Style
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Must have strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily digital production
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
• Proficiency with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews is a plus
• May be asked to help on the assignment desk as needed
• Willing to work weekends, overnights, and holidays

Job description

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Rhode Island is seeking a Digital Content Producer for WJAR to craft engaging web content and social posts. You will work closely with the Digital Executive Producer and newsroom leadership to enhance the station's digital presence.

The role requires strong news judgment, AP style writing, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including weekends and holidays. Experience with non-linear editing and newsroom systems is a plus.